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Darden General Research Assistant [Student Wage] (Remote)

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Very strong written and verbal communication
  • Strong synthesis skills (reading and summarizing arguments)
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Able to work independently while balancing multiple projects

Responsibilities

  • Locate and summarize academic literature on a variety of topics
  • Create data sets by researching publicly available information on companies or cities
  • Qualitative coding of textual or visual data
  • Summarize and contextualize Darden faculty research for business practitioners

Key facts

Other skills

  • Research
  • Non-Verbal Communication
  • Detail Oriented
  • Problem Solving

About the company

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The University of Virginia was founded in 1819 as the model for modern universities that has since been emulated all over the world. After 200 years, this iconic institution of higher learning endures because it is fully immersed in meeting the greatest challenges of our time, day in and day out. It’s how we fulfill our animating purpose – to serve. UVA is Virginia’s flagship institution of higher learning, perennially ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation. Having the best public college financial aid package and the highest graduation rate in the nation, UVA offers a life-changing return on investment for students from all backgrounds. We promote access so a meritocracy of talent can participate in shaping our society. The revolutionary vision of an Academical Village has evolved to 12 Schools, each providing leadership in its field and attracting world-class talent. The University is the largest employer in the region and is a catalyst for growth across the Commonwealth, generating an annual economic impact of $5.9 billion. Ultimately, we prepare students to be citizen-leaders who themselves are guided by empathy, integrity, and truth. We believe that doing what you do best, for the benefit of others, is where greatness comes from. Which is why, at the University of Virginia, we strive to be great and good in all we do. #GreatandGood #UVA

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryHigher Education
Company size10001

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Job description

Darden is hiring research assistants for the academic year who will report either directly to Darden faculty or to associate directors for research initiatives across Darden to provide support for the research work of Darden faculty. Work may include locating and summarizing existing academic literature and policies, constructing data sets based on information collected online, and writing summaries of faculty research for business practitioners. This posting is for multiple positions requiring the same skills. Potential areas of work include impact investing, gratitude at work, entrepreneurship, and other topics relevant to faculty research initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Locate and summarize academic literature on a variety of topics

  • Create data sets by researching publicly available information on companies or cities

  • Qualitative coding of textual or visual data

  • Summarize and contextualize Darden faculty research for business practitioners

  • Other duties as assigned

 


Skills and Abilities:  
  • Very strong written and verbal communication  

  • Strong synthesis skills (reading and summarizing arguments)  

  • Strong attention to detail  

  • Able to work independently while balancing multiple projects  

  • Willing to attack a problem from different angles when the first approach does not work  

Undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply. Positions are open to students in business, accounting, economics, social sciences, humanities, statistics, mathematics, or other disciplines with strong writing skills.   

Hourly pay rate depends on level of education. Students pursing a:  

  • 4-year degree: $15/hour  

  • MA Degree: $19/hour  

  • Ph.D. Degree (post-MA phase): $25/hour  

Position offers 8-20 hours/week during the academic year. Position is remote, but student must physically reside in the United States. This position is ONLY open to UVA students.

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Current UVA student
Experience: None
Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

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